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Unseen Shimane: Despite Japan’s Tourism Boom, the “Land of the Gods” Ranks Last
As tourists create overcrowded conditions across Japan, one of the country's most spiritually symbolic prefectures remains overlooked.
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Mount Tsukuba Cable Car Celebrates 100 Years With Renewed Tourism Campaign
The cable car's operator has re-dedicated itself to handling an influx of new tourists while preserving the area's natural beauty.
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Why AI Translation Makes For An Awkward Japan Trip
More tourists report using AI translation - even though many admit it sucks. Here are better alternatives than talking through a machine.
INSIDER
[Insider] Exploring The Unseen Side of Downtown Shibuya
Want to see something beyond Shibuya Scramble? Here's a guide to some of the chiller places outside of the city's beating heart.
TECHNOLOGY
Japan Is Betting That Tourists Want…NFTs?!
The world has moved on from the NFT scam. Japan, however, thinks it's found a nifty new tool to promote regional tourism.
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Welcome Suica App Adds Ticketless Shinkansen, Express Train Support for Tourists
The Welcome Suica App now lets you reserve seats on several bullet train and express lines managed by JR East.
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Tokyo’s Sento Are Opening Their Arms to Foreign Tourists
Tokyo and the Tokyo Sento Association want more tourists (tattooed or otherwise!) to experience this aspect of traditional Japanese culture.
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Ryokan vs. Hotels: Inside Japan’s Unique Accommodation Culture
Should you stay in a "modern" hotel or a more "traditional" ryokan in Japan? Here's what to consider when deciding.